Step 3: Neutralize. Create a thick paste out of baking soda and water. Apply to the spill to absorb it. Wait 1 or 2 minutes. Wipe up the mixture with paper towel and immediately put the soiled paper towel in the plastic bag. Apply another layer of the baking soda paste.
Causes of Bare Spots in the Lawn. Bare spots in your lawn can be the result of heavy foot traffic (causing soil compaction), drought, disease, chemical burn and weed or insect infestation. Before beginning repairs, you need to determine the source of your problem.
Bacterial speck and spot are similar infections of tomato plants. Bacterial speck causes severe leaf curl and small black lesions with a yellow halo. The spots are 1/4 inch or smaller. Bacterial spot causes milder leaf curling and forms greasy-looking black spots larger than those of bacterial speck.